Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I see a lot of reviewers are having trouble with the base popping off. I sure know what they're talking about, but I've been using Brita tap filters for at least 10 years and never have this trouble anymore if I follow these rules. And I don't use the metal connector, I use the plastic one without any trouble. (I think the metal one will wear the threads on my faucet, so I avoid it.) Also, I'm using the other model of Brita tap filter, which has a spray setting. This one is thicker at the base for some reason. I'm not sure what kind of lever this one has for switching between filtered and non-filtered water, but I think these tips will still apply. 1. When you install the base onto the faucet, hold the base in a very level position. As you turn the ring to screw it on, you should feel no resistance at all. If you do, then you're not holding the base in the correct position. It has to be perfectly lined up. 2. Install the base with the filter as far back on the left side as possible, so that it rests against the left side of your sink's spigot. This will prevent it from moving around when you move the lever to switch into filter mode. 3. Use care when switching the settings. When you switch into filter mode make sure the water is off! Do not switch while the water is running. This causes too much sudden pressure on the filter base. 4. When you switch from one setting to the other, steady the base with one hand while switching with the other, and do so in such a way that the base doesn't twist or torque at all. 5. Watch for any hint of leaking around the connection area, and when it looks the slightest bit less than tight, it's time for a little maintenance. Remove the filter base and clean the screen inside (it gets clogged periodically and this is what causes pressure build up. If you're using the adapter, before replacing the base, be sure to sure to check that it is still screwed in tight. Also be sure the little washer on it is in place. 6. Last but not least, never run the water faster than it can come out the filter! The filter can only filter about 3/8 inch stream of water. To run the tap any faster than this causes unnecessary water pressure. 7. One more tip for getting more life out of your cartridges. Have a water pitcher or 2, and filter a lot at once. This reduces the amount of time you run water through it to clean it before getting your drinking water, and reduces the amount of stuff for it to filter out per amount of water that goes through it. If you follow these rules, you'll be golden :)